Healthy Sautéed Vegetables: Quick Side Dish Recipe
By Liam Carter
These Healthy Sautéed Vegetables deliver a vibrant and nutritious medley that complements a wide range of main courses. Achieving a crisp-tender texture and rich flavor, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners. It’s a simple yet versatile recipe that can be prepared in under 20 minutes, making it a go-to for busy home cooks. Serve it alongside grilled steak, baked salmon, or simply enjoy it on its own for a light lunch.
Ingredients
- •2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- •1 medium onion (chopped)
- •3 cloves garlic (minced)
- •1 cup carrots (sliced)
- •2 cups broccoli florets
- •1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- •1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- •1 medium zucchini (sliced)
- •1 tsp Italian seasoning
- •0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- •0.5 tsp salt (or to taste)
- •0.25 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the olive oil and let it warm until it shimmers.
- 3
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften.
- 4
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 5
Add the sliced carrots and broccoli florets to the skillet.
- 6
Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become crisp-tender.
- 7
Add the sliced bell peppers and zucchini to the pan.
- 8
Continue to cook for another 4-5 minutes, until all vegetables are tender but still have a slight crunch.
- 9
Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper over the vegetables.
- 10
Stir well to combine and cook for one final minute.
- 11
Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
125
